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West Jefferson, Ohio | October 15–18, 2026
Five years ago, Mark built the first Geotrek van right here in West Jefferson, Ohio. This October, we’re going back to celebrate with the community that made it all possible.
We’ll be camped next to a 400-acre deep canopy forest at peak fall color. Hike it, run it, bike it, or just sit in it with a cup of coffee. Nights are for campfires, a barn dance, a catered dinner, and five years worth of good stories.
If you’ve been to a Geotrek meetup before, you know what this is. If you haven’t, this is a good one to start with.
Optional flow, join what you want, skip what you don’t.
Thursday, Oct 15 – The Homecoming
Roll in, find your spot, and get settled. Dinner on your own. We’ll gather around the campfire in the evening, bring a drink and come say hi.
Friday, Oct 16 – Forest Trails & Boots-n-Roots
Daytime: explore the forest, hike, run, or bike through the changing leaves.
Evening: barn dance. Dust off your best Western wear for a night of music and dancing. Music and beverages provided.
Potluck dinner assigned by last name:
A–I: Main dish
J–R: Appetizers
S–Z: Desserts
Saturday, Oct 17 – Water & Celebration
Morning: fall color hike, bike, or run.
Afternoon: 3-hour kayak and canoe ride on the Little Darby Creek via Trapper John’s Canoe Livery. Subject to weather and water levels.
Evening: 5th Anniversary celebration. Catered dinner, campfire, s’mores, and beverages provided. This is the one.
Sunday, Oct 18 – Trail’s End
Farewell coffee and safe travels.
* A NOTE ON LOCATION
To keep the site private, exact coordinates will be sent directly to attendees as we get closer to the event.
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